I’m having one child we are with my spouse in Dallas. All the best! The University of Washington International Dentist D.D.S. Hi Marcia, I’m glad that the blog gave you hope! I am a BDS intern right now in India. Hi Meera, Hello Dr.Maveli, Still looking for some clarity on the process. Sorry if I didn’t reply to you..I’ve been super busy lately. Study for the board exams, go to school, make loans again…. Could you pls suggest me any program ? That is why where you want to practice is important – if you have a preference in practice in a particular state, make sure you look at the requirements for that state. Will Texas state allow to practice after going advanced education in Periodontology without dds, Dear Meera, I m an practicing orthodontist and general dentist from past ten years in one of the best city of India, my wife is an endodontist with long and good experience in govt dental Colleges. Hi Nerea, thank you for all the kind words! – what kind of visa can I apply to go to US to take the nbde exam? You can apply directly to Perio. All the best! You will be able to practice in only certain states if you choose the specialty route. Thank you for all the information Our unique, full-time clinical programs provide clinical experiences and didactic knowledge in various dental specialties, specifically designed for internationally-trained dentists. Please look at individual state board websites to confirm the information. Many thanks for such a initiative to help people like us . Similar situation. I am a BDS graduate from India. Third, since I did not want to be separated from my husband, the only place I wanted to apply to was the LLU Periodontics department. Dr Amit, I would advise you to do the 2yr DDS program. Can the delegate practice in the country after getting the fellowship? 2) Any exam to be given to enroll into a fellowship program? The U.S. dental schools listed on this page offer advanced standing or international dental programs for dentists trained outside of the United States. Perio is a specialty or residency, fellowship is something you do after your residency like an implant fellowship..that’s why I got confused. My name is Lwin, a BDS dentist from overseas who live in USA. This is Manisha completed by bds in india and i have applied for health informatics course.After health informatics course what should i do continue in the field of dentistry.Can you please tell me are there any fellowship courses after bds in usa to practice in usa.please reply as soon as possible. I hope you have a nice day. thanks so much for such a detailed response. But every time I was put on a waiting list. Cali has 5 dental schools so go to town applying for them. Notify me via e-mail if anyone answers my comment. That is not something you can have any control over – you will have to apply for the license and hope that the Board approves (mostly they do). Shadowing a local dentist and getting a recommendation from him would help as well. Pl give me a reply. Curriculum your blog is quite helpful for seeking information….thankyou so much.!! Once I had come to this understanding, I had to turn the odds in my favour. Can you share your interview experience .. was it theoretical concerning periodontics solely or did it has some clinical aspect too. After completing a US Pedo specialty, you will be eligible for state licensure in certain states. The faculty were able to see me perform in the exams and take part in journal discussions. Please be respectful of my work life and my personal space. I would still advise you to apply as soon as you complete you NBDE, TOEFL exams since you may just get called for interviews without any further education. Your email address will not be published. Cost varies between $35,000 to $60,000 per year excluding living costs and are usually 3-year programs. The programs offer a curriculum of didactic components and clinical experiences in the following disciplines: Comprehensive Dentistry, Esthetic Dentistry, Implant Dentistry, Oral Surgery, Oral Surgery/RCSI. Some externship/observerships may have a tuition fee but will give you a certificate to show you have been there. For that, I am always ready to hire a foreign trained dentist as a dental assistant whenever I meet one who is looking to work towards their re-certification. We are planning to settle in Seattle,WA and since I do not wish to stay separate from my husband,my options are limited. There is no point in unnecessarily worrying. So should I do DDS or should I look for ms prostho and implant programs I have more interest in clinical work thanks Meera mam its inspiring to hear from you. Seven years later, IDAPP was unveiled as a preparatory program to bring foreign-trained dentists up to speed so they could eventually join dentistry's degree-granting program. I was loosing my hope to be a dentist here in USA but reading your tips it made me dream again. Best regards, I am an MDS in orthodontics from India.I shall be moving to US after my marriage soon. You won’t be able to practice in Cali as soon as you graduate from Perio because California requires a DDS. Please let me know what you think about it. any suggestion about which University or states have more chance someone like me to get into the program asap? I Deepthi kannam… completed my MDS in PERIODONTICS… from india.. currently residing in TEXAS… i would like to work here… im intrested in doing any certified courses on IMPLANT DENTISTRY… so wnated ur guidance in the same.. is there any way so that i can do any course and work here…. degree from a CODA-accredited program by attending an advanced standing program in the United States. I am still doing well and happy with my job here In my country Specialists normally can charge higher and insurance reimburses them higher fees as well. I am also looking into residency programs that accept foreign dentist only there acceptance rate is quite low.if any college or program you can suggest.it would be great help. But why would you want to leave Australia and move to the US? I am post graduate in periodontics from India and have recently moved to Michigan after getting married.. after reading your blog felt really motivated to pursue my dental career further by applying to graduate periodontics program here. All of my family members in US, I feel left out in Australia.. DDS will be easier to get into because there are more seats. Nbde is still required but it is dependent on the individual program requirements..check the websites. 1. I am interested in Orthodontics and Prosthodontics which is good as per your view to get job in USA. What makes you the ideal candidate? That’s just the hard truth – It was a shock when I learned about it too. Directly applying to Pedo programs is a possibility though I think it’s one of the specialties that don’t take foreign dentists directly (without US DDS) – you will have to contact programs directly and find out. You will have to go to individual school websites and ask if they will be open to you applying. Students in the International Program bring with them their prior experience working as dentists in other countries and after an eight-month intensive introduction to U.S. dentistry practice, join their third-year colleagues in the DMD program to work with patients in the school’s oral health clinics and numerous community ser… Thankyou. Thank you. program has eight students per year on a 30-month tract, says Daniel C.N. I would be really grateful if you were to share your thoughts on this as I am presently preparing for ADC exam. I am done with boards and looking for speciality programs in Prosthodontics or Endodontics. https://www.tsbde.texas.gov/ForeignEducatedLicensure.html. I must say what a great initiative to guide foreign trained dentist. Can u plz help in making a step by step process for us to start the process . You could try applying to Perio programs in the US. I will try my best to reply to your comments/emails and also cater the site to the needs of the audience. Thanks in advance. Would a two year aegd program be enough to be eligible to take the Texas licensing exam. UMN has one residency program on orofacial pain. Even i am indian Periodontist. As mentioned before, you can practice in the US if you get through any US-based CODA approved specialty – only thing is that your practice will be limited to certain states. Hello That is amazing. The two and a half year full-time program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) leads to the Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree. ?… respect mam. Coming to my story! My son has just enrolled for his eleventh grade in a Canadian high school. Path to Licensure Eligibilty I earned my dental degree outside the United States, and I want to become eligible to apply to be a licensed dentist in the United States. 5) Any other option that can be taken up which does not required DDS and that can let an Indian practice in the country (yes, certain states only since no DDS) I don’t think that will affect you. It’s frustrating, but life in Brasil was not very easy too, so Lets keep on moving on…. Tuition US $26,000 for the approximate two years that it takes to finish the continuing education program. plz guide me about all the process exams each n every rhing i am very confused What are the options for me? Have a scheduled date for the exam as well and a provisional plane ticket (with a return date). Thank you in advance. Thank you so much! I was going through the admission requirements for the same program on LLU page, I saw nbde is only needed for US studies dentist. What are the best steps which is required to carry out or what are the other good option which i can opt for as i do not want to skip my skills which i am working for so long.i would like to know some views or idea u would enlight. Also can you give a brief idea about when do the fellowship courses and DDS courses for internationally trained dentists start? I can understand being a periodontist and spending time for unknown person to help means, it shows your kind heart and helping tendency!I have no words to thank you. It is important to know which states those are and which specialities they accept. ADEA offers an application service that allows you to apply to multiple advanced standing programs at once. Hi Meera. , I completed a 3 yr Periodontitis Specialty, Have done my MDS perio from India… wanted to know the different work prospects in US and what would be the procedure for a fellowship/ work. I worked a year in Germany , 4 years in Syria did in 2010 a MSc in Oral Surgery in the UK and worked there in an Oral Maxillofaxial department for 3 years. Also I don’t mind working for few years outside Ohio That’s a personal preference. I’m a little confused. Did you write your NBDE exams yet? Hello Dr. Meera what i can do to work as dentist Your email address will not be published. Since I am an American citizen, I believe I am elegible for a federal loan, but I am kind of worried about the debt I will have at the end of the program I choose. I am an Indian prosthodontist, worked for 4 years now. Do we still need to do operative/endo/pros components even though we specialise as perio? Can you give me some advise on what to do where to apply ? I am presently doing my 1st year mds in orthodontics in India .. and all that I could think of is settling in a foreign country for a better future .. does it make any difference between a BDS graduate and MDS graduate from India to practise in USA ? Didn’t you have to give the nbde exams and complete training to get your dds before you could go for your speciality training? 5. Any how is there any possibility to limit my practice to Dental implant . Hi Dr.Meera, I have 13 publications.. To work in California, you will need to do IDP. Thanks in advance . I really appreciate your blog, it has helped solve most of my doubts about studying dentistry in the US. Do u mind if you give me an insight or briefly explain the steps on what one should do to become a licensed dentist in the US?? Hello Dr. Meera! More confident. I’ll highly appreciate,If you could Please give an input on that . I am very thankful for it. To practice in Ohio, you will need 2 year AEGD/GPR/DDS from a CODA approved dental program. Thankyou for this wonderful initiative! There is no shortcut and different routes work for different people. I wud like to practice in USA as a dentist and Wot wud be the best way u suggest for me to go in? I have moved to Houston six months ago. Is loan facility available for the fees or do we have to arrange for all the fee? Thank you so much in advance for your answer. I am maintaining this blog as a help to show people where to start. Basically, dental decks and ASDA released papers were my primary sources. I want to get enrolled in a good surgical plan and practice in u.s… how should i start? To join OMFS in US you will need to first go through an advanced program and graduate with a DDS degree. Now that i have decided that i want to stay in My field only i want have started strugling for it.. Thing is its bit difficult to manage NBDE Exam preps and home responsibilities but i am trying my best. Jobs are advertised online or through recruiters or through word of mouth. Such a great web page with wealth of information. You have all the relevant materials – focus and study well. I am interested in a Pediatric dentistry residency in the USA. Great Story ! MS may hold a little more preference if you are seeking to go the educational/administrator route in a dental school. Graduated in 2009. struggling like you did in the very beginning. Hey Divya I do not have any family in the US so I am very lost and confused with this whole thing. If i go through to a IDP, will i be eligible for Texas Dental lcense, or I´ll have to enroll in a Specialty program? For instructions on how to enable JavaScript in your browser, Summer Practicum for International Dental Students, Linhart Continuing Dental Education Program (CDE), NYU Center for Skeletal and Craniofacial Biology (CSCB), NYU Dentistry Oral Health Center for People with Disabilities. Thank you very much for your valuable time. Thankyou so much ma’am…What would be the prospects for M.S oral biology ? Hi Dr Meera, Could you help me navigate through the methods by which I could do so. 2)also do you have any idea what is the pay scale for such programs ? It is also designed to be a valuable adjunct to advanced education programs in dentistry to bolster training in endodontics. Please guide me. I do have a question . May god bless you and your family, Most of your questions are pretty much along the same line, so here’s the hard truth… Hello, I see that you practice in Texas. Or maybe have a conversation over the phone? First of all, thank you so much for your good thought to help others bysharing your experience. Hello ma’am! And for the moment im interested to take a specialty dental program and work on Texas. To use this site to it’s full potential, I would advise that you subscribe, as well as participate and share your experiences by commenting below each post. What would be the scope for such fields in the U.S.A after completion of M.S or a Phd programme? You can unsubscribe at any time. 2. I didn’t really understand your question. and the scope of practicing after completing the program? Thank you very much for that and it is really kind of you to have started this blog for the wellness of others I have completed my MDS in periodontics from Chennai, India. Thank you for coming up with such a beautiful blog. I am considering to apply for an MBA first, get a job anywhere (shadow a dentist in the meanwhile), save some money and then apply for a dental program. I am not sure what to do, apply to IDP or to an Specilaty program. 4- How should I prepare for the pediatric residency interview? • What resources did you use to prepare NDBE 1 and 2? 2) if a Apply to a specialty program on CA, Do Board OF California count those years of specialty or do I still have to make up the rest 5 years in a different state in order to them to accept me to Apply the Licensure of reciprocity ? I would like to get in touch with you since I’m applying for schools in the US. I am interested in advance standing program hi dr. meer , Doctor, i have come to a point that i have to move to the states. Thank you very much for this amazing page and all the info you have shared! I have a MDS degree from india in OMFSand a DDS from US. I came across your blog while searching for ways in which i can practice dentistry in USA. Email to: creditclearance4@gmail.com or text us via whatsapp +19782277925. Hello! Hi Dr. Meera, I witness the balance and discipline of international graduated daily! My fiance has completed his BDS and is currently doing an internship in India. You can get a private loan with a co-signer. Understood everything about, how to get licensed and work as a dentist on the USA. Are there certificate or master programs that can lead me into the academic line of dentistry, in the US, and provide a decent job? I will be writing a post on what to look for when applying for a student loan. My name is Meera Maveli. But after doing DDS i want to pursue my career in Teaching as i used to teach earlier in India being as associate Professor. Please read through the other posts on my blog. The NBDE exams can be taken only in the US, so for that and for any interviews you may get, you will have to travel on a B1 visit visa. I’m due to give birth any moment now so the blog is not on the forefront of my priorities unfortunately. I get no remuneration or help for my time. Read more here and will it be a 2 year program for me since I’ve completed my MDS? Thank you for the great read and sharing your personal journey! MSD is Master of Science in Dentistry degree that you will be conferred if you do research and submit your research as a publishable paper – article need not be published to get the MSD I’ll really appreciate it, Please look into ADEA CAAPID website for more info We both want to practice in USA. Hey meera, i am a post graduate student of oral and maxillofacial surgery in India. Madam I am in chennai India.i am 49 year old.i have BDS degree from chennai.i worked 15 years in saudi as a general dentist .now I lost my job due to Saudi nationalisation. Pathway for an Internationally Trained Dentist to practice in USA One on One Approach Will provide assistance and guidance in Application process, help improve national board and TOFEL scores, provide tips for successful Interview Preparation and presentation along with Bench Test information and training for hand skills improvement. Texas will accept both DDS and specialty. I. I can totally understand why you want to move to the US..but unfortunately the criteria is the steps are the same. What a wonderful story to share! Also possible scholarships/grants (not commonly available to foreign dentists who are on an F1/student visa). Relatively new to the country and how things work about here. The low-stress way to find your next foreign dentist job opportunity is on SimplyHired. no, i mean to get into periodontics how can i apply for the periodontics fellowship..thanks for your reply. It will be slightly easier to get into a 2-year international program for the DDS than getting into a masters program. http://www.foreigndentistinusa.com/foreign-trained-dentist-practice-usa/ will give you information on which states you can apply to after specialty degree (there are a few changes to Illinois that I will update soon). Most programs (especially those open to taking international dentists) do not pay, they are tuition-based, meaning you pay them to learn (around 15,000 a quarter, so nearly $50-60,000/year). And is it true that after working as a dentist for three years in those states i can apply for california license exam with 3 years work experience? You can do any specialty..you are already eligible for licensure anywhere in the states because of your DDS so there are no restrictions. 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